Frances Mary Buss And Her Work For Education

By Annie E Ridley

Book Overview

""Frances Mary Buss and Her Work for Education"" is a biographical work written by Annie E. Ridley that tells the story of one of the most influential educators in the history of England. Frances Mary Buss was a pioneering figure in the field of education, particularly in the area of girls' schooling. She was the founder and headmistress of the North London Collegiate School, which was the first school to offer girls a curriculum that was equivalent to that of boys' schools. The book provides a detailed account of Buss's life, from her early years as the daughter of a successful businessman to her later years as a respected educator and public figure. The author explores Buss's educational philosophy and the methods she used to implement it, including her emphasis on academic rigor, discipline, and the importance of physical exercise. The book also examines the broader context of education in Victorian England, including the social and cultural factors that shaped the educational landscape. Ridley provides a nuanced analysis of the challenges that Buss faced as a woman in a male-dominated field, and the ways in which she navigated these challenges to achieve her goals. Overall, ""Frances Mary Buss and Her Work for Education"" is a fascinating and inspiring portrait of a remarkable woman who made a significant contribution to the advancement of education and the empowerment of women in Victorian England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430497351
• ISBN13: 9781430497356
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"